Astro walks in the shoes of students in need with equal opportunity education event

Astro's “Walk for Education” programme, which will be launched on May 28 at Taman Wetland Putrajaya, aims to raise awareness on the struggles faced by students living in remote areas. Photo: Astro

Do you know there are many students residing in remote interiors of East Malaysia who walk an average of four hours daily to school? They would set off on their journey at dawn, hike over hilly terrains and even pass by muddy trails just to get to school by 7.30 a.m.

Sometimes, these children are unable to further their studies as they need to help their parents earn a living.